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Del 38 - Sinica Leidensia
Chinese Sky during the Han
Constellating Stars and Society
Inbunden, Engelska, 1997
2 361 kr
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A reconstruction of the Chinese sky of two thousand years ago, based on analysis of the first star catalogue in China and other sources. Presented in six well-sized star maps for 100 BC, it is especially important for the history of astronomy. The Han sky, with five times more constellations than Ptolemy knew, reflects diverse human activities. The way in which constellations were grouped discloses a systematic cosmology, uniting universe and the state.The work of the three Han schools is comparable to Ptolemy's Almagest. With three detailed Appendices on the constellations of the three schools, well illustrated to demonstrate the relation between sky and human society, this book is valuable not only for astronomy historians and sinologists, but in general for scholars interested in the ancient cultures of Asia.
Inbunden, Engelska, 2026
1 965 kr
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This book offers a compelling exploration of the modern transformation of traditional Chinese political thought. Through a comparative lens, it examines how ancient concepts, such as the people’s principle, rule of law, and freedom, interact with and diverge from their modern counterparts. The author looks into the ideological resources embedded in classical Chinese political philosophy, asking how these ideas can inform contemporary political life and values.By addressing key questions, such as the differences between ancient and modern understandings of freedom and law, and the role of intellectuals in shaping political discourse, the book provides a rich, critical framework for rethinking the relevance of tradition in modernity. It also reflects on the theoretical misinterpretations that have emerged during this transformation.This book is ideal for university students seeking to understand the evolution of Chinese political thought, as well as scholars engaged in political theory, philosophy, and intellectual history.